Fox Sexual Harassment Lawsuits

Sexual harassment is a stain that many businesses cannot shake. It taints public perception and makes workers wary of upper management and one another. When sexual harassment claims are frequent and the company has a public profile, it can make things worse. Fox news has a history of sexual harassment claims. One of its [ ] The post Fox Sexual Harassment Lawsuits appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/08/31/fox-sexual-harassment-lawsuits/

Suit Filed Against Estee Lauder for Discriminating Against New Fathers

Estee Lauder is being sued by federal regulators for discriminating against new fathers. On Wednesday, the suit was filed in conjunction with the US Equal Employment Opportunities Commission. The company’s parental leave policy permits new fathers two weeks of paid leave, and allows new mothers six weeks. The lawsuit states that the practice that Estee [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/08/31/estee-lauder-sex-discrimination/

Contracts for Dentists

Federal and state laws have created a complex maze of legal requirements that place strict conditions and restrictions on employees in the health care field. Dental associates are among one of the many groups affected by these laws. At the onset of new employment, most dental associates are asked to sign a restrictive covenant, which [ ] The post Contracts for Dentists appeared first on Discrimlaw Healthcare.
http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2017/08/30/contracts-for-dentists/

Disney Channel Executive Reportedly Fired for Documenting Sexual Harassment

All too often, employers abuse their positions of power in order to take advantage of their workers. A recent case proves that this is not a limited phenomenon, and that one of the largest and most influential corporations in America can be affected by this issue. A former Disney Channels Worldwide executive has filed a [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/08/30/disney-channel-executive-reportedly-fired-documenting-sexual-harassment/

Study Reveals the Rampant Sexual Harassment Occurring Within Graduate Programs

Unfortunately, we have all heard many cases regarding sexual harassment at schools. A quick study of the news can reveal hundreds of cases of teacher sexual misconduct. Most of these cases are happening with middle and high school students, but many people do not know about the sexual harassment cases at universities. College students are [ ] The post Study Reveals the Rampant Sexual Harassment Occurring Within Graduate Programs appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/08/25/study-reveals-rampant-sexual-harassment-occurring-within-graduate-programs/

Speaking Out Against Disability Discrimination

Discrimination comes in many forms and affects people from different walks of life. Disability discrimination is another form of mistreatment that affects thousands each year. The Federal government has already put laws in place that strictly prohibit employers from discriminating against workers. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 has a special provision (Title VII) [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/08/24/speaking-disability-discrimination/

Defining “Constructive Discharge”

When an employee resigns from a job because the working conditions are unbearable for some reason, it is known as constructive discharge. A constructive discharge – also known as constructive dismissal and constructive termination – can be a reasonable choice if the employee believes there is no other option but to quit. The courts have [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/08/23/defining-constructive-discharge/

Fixing the Problem of Sexual Harassment in the Tech Industry

In an industry as forward-thinking as technology, it is surprising to think that sexual harassment still exists, but it does, and it is pervasive. A recent New York Times article explored the gender imbalance and misogynistic culture that exists in tech. In the article, several female executives describe their experiences being sexually harassed by some [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/08/21/fixing-problem-sexual-harassment-tech-industry/

Sidney L. Gold Selected as a 2017 ​Top Rated Lawyer

Congratulations to Sidney L. Gold​ on being selected as a 2017 ​Top Rated Lawyer, by American Lawyer Media and Martindale-Hubbell™.  Selection criteria includes demonstrating leadership qualities as well as having achieved the AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell®.
http://www.discrimlaw.net/news_releases/sidney-l-gold-selected-2017-%e2%80%8btop-rated-lawyer/

Fox News Reacts to Sexual Harassment Claims

When a sexual harassment claim is resolved, it is not necessarily over. In a recent case involving 20th Century Fox, a former Fox News Latino vice president is filing his own lawsuit against the network alleging that he was used as a scapegoat to demonstrate how the network “aggressively handles sexual harassment complaints.” This came [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/08/18/fox-news-reacts-sexual-harassment-claims/

Double Damages Awarded in FMLA Case

The importance of upholding the tenets of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) came into focus recently with a game-changing court ruling. In a recent landmark case, an employee who had already been selected for a reduction in force (RIF) informed his employer that he would be scheduling surgery. The employer already had a [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/08/17/double-damages-awarded-fmla-case/

New Research Shows That Sexual Harassment Is Rampant Within Lower Paying Industries

Women in both the tech and media industries are very outspoken about the toxic workplace culture that enables sexual harassment to thrive. Many of these women have spoken out publicly, conducting interviews with the media and engaging in long legal battles. In these cases, it appears we are making strides towards a better and more [ ] The post New Research Shows That Sexual Harassment Is Rampant Within Lower Paying Industries appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/08/17/new-research-shows-sexual-harassment-rampant-within-lower-paying-industries/

Body Double Faces Retaliation After Reporting Sexual Harassment

Following her termination from a popular television series after allegedly facing sexual harassment from the show’s crew, an actor filed a sexual harassment claim against the show’s network. In it, she stated that she was referred to using demeaning language on a scene’s call sheet, and after discussing the language with a supervisor, was told [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/08/16/body-double-faces-retaliation-reporting-sexual-harassment/

Making Sense of the Stark Law

The Stark Law is a federal law which, in its first iteration, was first enacted in 1992. The general purpose of the law is to ensure that physicians are not personally profiting from referring patients to other medical providers. This law can be incredibly complex and interpretations of the law are still changing. Physicians must [ ] The post Making Sense of the Stark Law appeared first on Discrimlaw Healthcare.
http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2017/08/16/making-sense-stark-law/

Tesla Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

The tech industry has had its fair share of sexual harassment claims. As a male dominated industry, women are the minority in the tech field. Unfortunately, many face discrimination and harassment. Most recently, Tesla, the manufacturer of self-driving electric vehicles, is dealing with its own sexual harassment scandal. A former Tesla employee has filed a lawsuit [ ] The post Tesla Sexual Harassment Lawsuit appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/08/10/tesla-sexual-harassment-lawsuit/

Transgender Discrimination at McDonald’s

The transgender community has long dealt with discrimination and hurtful behavior; but when it happens at work, there is something that can be done about it. A recent complaint against McDonald’s has put this issue in the spotlight once again. A former employee of the fast food giant claims she was a victim of discrimination, [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/08/09/transgender-discrimination-mcdonalds/

Sexual Harassment by Clients

Most employees know that or colleagues is illegal. However, when sexual harassment comes from a third party, such as a vendor or a client, it is not uncommon for the victim to feel confused about the legality or liability of the situation. Just like sexual harassment that comes from a worker’s colleague, sexual harassment from [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/08/08/sexual-harassment/

Whistleblower Cases in the News

Sometimes, employees are forced to toe the line between doing their job and doing what is morally right. When an applicant applies for a position with a company, they believe the company is following all federal and state government regulations. When an employee gets hired and is subsequently asked to perform unethical duties, they are [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/08/07/whistleblower-cases-news/

Debate Over Board Certification

There are many factors that individuals consider when choosing a doctor. While many of these factors may be personal ones, such as gender, age, proximity, or reviews from friends and family, one of the most important factors is often board certification. After individuals graduate from medical school and complete their appropriate residency, they become eligible [ ] The post Debate Over Board Certification appeared first on Discrimlaw Healthcare.
http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2017/08/04/debate-board-certification/

Overtime Dispute Against DNC

An estimated 50 national field organizers have filed a class action lawsuit claiming that the Democratic National Committee (DNC), the Pennsylvania Democratic Party, and others did not pay overtime wages during the party’s 2016 national convention. This is especially significant because the DNC officially called for a $15 an hour national minimum wage during the [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/08/02/overtime-dispute-dnc/